1. Welcome to Mrs. Thompson’s 4 th Grade Class

2. All About Me I am a Dallas girl, graduated from I am a Dallas girl, graduated from Richardson High School. Richardson High School. Became an Aggie (Whoop!) Class of ‘96. Became an Aggie (Whoop!) Class of ‘96. Taught in 6 th grade in Richardson for 10 years. Taught in 6 th grade in Richardson for 10 years. This is my 7 th year at UP This is my 7 th year at UP I have been married to Mark for 12 years and we have two four-legged children, Emmitt and Junie B. I have been married to Mark for 12 years and we have two four-legged children, Emmitt and Junie B. I just recently earned my Masters Degree from Lamar University: Technology Leadership I just recently earned my Masters Degree from Lamar University: Technology Leadership

3. Fourth Grade Curriculum What to Teach? Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) How to Teach? *Differentiate to match learning styles *Mini-Lessons *Whole-class/small groups *Projects 1.Habitat Project - October 2.Ancestor Project - November 3.Texas ABC

4. Homework Spelling – Weekly assignments, Test each Friday Math – daily (except Friday) Reading – 30 minutes per night Assignment Book – Completed daily in class for you to check at home.

5. Homework Expectations Math: Show work to receive full credit Spelling: Study as needed Reading: 30 minutes minimum each night and Reading Log filled out.

6. Student Responsibilities On-time class attendance Planners filled out daily Returning completed homework Good behavior choices Materials ready Turning in class work in a timely manner Several library books Clean and organized desks and lockers

7. Class Agreements and Rewards Agreements ~Mutual Respect ~Be Prepared ~Active Listening ~Put-Ups! Rewards ~Class Dojo ~Smart Cookie ~ Table Points

8. How Parents Can Support Responsible Behavior Find safe place for school items Decide best time to work on homework Arrive to school on time Check planner regularly Review work as it comes Encourage them to READ, READ, READ!! Encourage them to practice multiplication facts

9. Field Trips and Class Parties Symphony/Museum: Oct. 22 Visit MIS at the end of the year Ancestor Celebration Feast: Tuesday, November 26, 11:30 set-up. 12:00 start Valentine’s Party: February 14, 2:00 End of the Year: TBA

10. 4 th Grade STAAR Test Dates Writing: April 1 st and 2 nd Math: April 22 nd Reading: April 23 rd

11. Teacher Information Conference period by appointment ~10:45 – 11:25 (Monday, Wednesday & Friday) School phone number: 214-780-3400 My phone number: 214-780-4405 School email: ThompsR@hpisd.org Twitter: @ThompsonUPTweet

12. Info You Need to Know… Parent/teacher conferences held as needed Thursday folder with school information and graded work Send a written excuse for all absences Please let me know via email if your child is leaving early so I can have homework ready. Dismissal: Students still waiting at 3:25 will go to front office to wait and/or call home.

13. The End Thank you for coming!